Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
irreversible consequences
Phrase
ɪrɪˈvɜːrsəbl ˈkɒnsɪkwənsɪz
Definition
Consequences that cannot be undone or changed once they have occurred.
Examples
- The pollution caused irreversible consequences to the local ecosystem.
- Once the decision was made, the team had to deal with the irreversible consequences of their actions.
- The irreversible consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly evident.
Meaning
Irreversible consequences refer to effects or outcomes that are permanent and cannot be reversed, often resulting from a specific action or event.
Synonyms
- Permanent effects
- Inevitable outcomes
- Unalterable results
